Burkina Faso international Sacha Bansé’s return to action was cut short on Sunday as the midfielder was forced off during SpVgg Greuther Fürth’s 2. Bundesliga encounter with Magdeburg.
The 24-year-old, who had only recently recovered from injury, started the match in Fürth’s midfield but lasted just over an hour before signalling discomfort.
He was substituted in the 62nd minute, with head coach Alexander Zorniger opting not to take any risks in order to prevent a potential aggravation.
Bansé’s early exit will come as a concern both for his club and the Burkina Faso national team, given his recent struggles with fitness.
Although no official medical update has yet been provided, Fürth are expected to assess the extent of the problem in the coming days.
It is an unfortunate setback for a player who had been hoping to regain rhythm and consistency after an already interrupted campaign.
Bansé’s start to the season has been far from smooth, with repeated fitness issues limiting his ability to establish himself as a mainstay in Fürth’s midfield.
The defensive midfielder had shown his value last season, making 21 appearances in the German second tier and finding the net once.
His combative style and physical presence have made him an important option in the squad, but recurring injuries have threatened to stall his progress.
Born in Burkina Faso, Bansé developed his career in France before moving into the German league.
At just 24, he still has time to fulfil his potential, though maintaining full fitness will be key if he is to do so.
According to data from Transfermarkt, his current market value stands at around €650,000, a figure reflecting both his promise and the impact of recent interruptions.
Before joining Fürth, Bansé featured for French side Valenciennes FC, where he earned an annual salary of €23,525 (approximately 15,291,250 FCFA).
His performances in Ligue 2 earned him recognition at international level, eventually leading to his move to Germany.
For now, the priority will be his recovery and ensuring he can return without further complications.
Supporters of Greuther Fürth, who currently seek stability in the 2. Bundesliga campaign, will be eager to see Bansé back at full strength.
As the medical team continues its evaluation, the midfielder faces another wait to discover whether this latest setback is minor or part of a more concerning pattern that has already disrupted his young career.
